Pillars: Philanthropy News
08 July 2026

Darden Foundation Adds Five Trustees as School Enters New Leadership Chapter

The Darden School Foundation elected five new trustees to its board, renewed current members and recognized two departing trustees as the School enters a new academic year and prepares to welcome a new dean.

18 June 2026

Jefferson Scholars Foundation establishes the Horniman Prize to honor a legacy of teaching, leadership, and service.

The Jefferson Scholars Foundation has established the Horniman Prize in honor of late Darden professor Alexander B. “Alec” Horniman, recognizing lives and work marked by teaching, leadership, mentorship and service.

20 May 2026

As Cooling Bills Rise, the Problem May Be Built In

Cooling bills are climbing nationwide, but the problem may not be your thermostat. UVA Darden graduate and sustainability consultant Melanie Goerke explains how hidden building decisions shape energy efficiency, comfort and long-term operating costs.

28 April 2026

At Reunion, Darden Alumni Honor Classmates Through Living Tributes

During reunion this past weekend, Darden alumni honored classmates through tree dedications, memorial tributes and moments of remembrance across the Grounds.

27 April 2026

Investor and UVA Leader Peter Grant Wins Darden’s Top Alumni Award

Peter Grant, a veteran investor and University of Virginia leader, has been named the recipient of the UVA Darden School of Business’ highest alumni honor, recognizing decades of leadership, service and philanthropic impact.

21 April 2026

Four Names. $352,000. One Morning That Changed What Comes Next.

At a First Coffee gathering at UVA Darden, four MBA students were surprised with Genovese Fellowships covering their Second Year — part of a long-running model of investment, leadership and paying it forward.